Category Archives: Life

Tucson, You’re My Town

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Thestrugglershandbook

I suppose it’s not unusual for people to be proud of where they’re from. I’m sure there’s a few people from Grand Forks, North Dakota who think they live in earth’s Eden. I lived there for a year as a … Continue reading →

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A Letter to My Neighbor

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Thestrugglershandbook

I feel it important, when communicating to people with whom I have issues, that others with direct, peripheral or mere positional involvement consider it obvious that I am the better person merely by how I conduct myself. Whether defending a … Continue reading →

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“Not This Time Man” is Victorious!

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Thestrugglershandbook

I mentioned in my last post, How I Became #15 on the “Save in Case of Fire” List – Part III, that my alter ego, Not This Time Man, was standing strong in his refusal to allow cats eight and nine … Continue reading →

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Blue Moon

Posted on September 8, 2012 by Thestrugglershandbook

I was outside last Friday evening, conducting my nightly search for monsoon chances (yes, I am a partying fool), when I saw this freakishly bright moon. I ran, or more accurately waddled, back inside for my camera, pausing to audibly exclaim … Continue reading →

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The Other Woman

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Thestrugglershandbook

I met her in April of 2001. Like most men, I am shallow and superficial, in that outward appearance grabs me first; it was a prerequisite to finding out more about a girl back in my dating days. Well, she … Continue reading →

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The Struggler’s Guide to Healthy Living

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Thestrugglershandbook

Healthy living, as seemingly defined by societal norms, is best achieved through a combination of diet and regular exercise and is manifested in a fit and toned body. I would submit to you that a truly healthy body is best … Continue reading →

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